MAKATI CITY — The Makati Public Employment Service Office (PESO), led by Mr. Christoper Navarra, recently conducted sessions under its Career Development & Support Program, helping students gain practical knowledge and skills as they prepare for their future careers. Students from the University of Makati and Maximo Estrella Senior High School took part in the sessions, which centered on career development, workplace readiness, and preparation for future employment opportunities. With support from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), the program provided students with guidance to better understand career choices and develop competencies that can help them transition into the workforce. The initiative reflects Makati PESO’s continuing efforts to empower young people and help develop a workforce that is prepared to meet the demands of the future.
Preparing Students for the World of Work
Programs like the Career Development & Support Program help address the gap between classroom learning and the realities of employment. By providing career guidance and workplace readiness lessons, students can gain a better understanding of their options and make more informed decisions about their professional futures. The partnership with DOLE further strengthens the program by connecting the sessions with employment facilitation strategies and labor market information. For participating students, this provides a clearer perspective on career opportunities and the skills and competencies expected in today’s workplace. Makati PESO’s focus on preparing young people for employment also supports the city’s broader efforts to promote economic resilience and help create a workforce capable of contributing to the local economy.
Investing in Makati’s Future Workforce
The Career Development & Support Program forms part of Makati PESO’s wider employment initiatives, which include job fairs, skills training, and internship opportunities. These continuing efforts have helped establish Makati PESO as a strong employment facilitation office, with the agency receiving multiple DOLE awards recognizing its performance. By introducing career guidance and workplace preparation while students are still in school, Makati PESO is helping the next generation approach employment with greater knowledge and confidence. More than preparing students for their first job, the program represents an investment in a future workforce ready to contribute to Makati’s continued economic growth and development.
